Teucrium hircanicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1759
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 1095 (1759)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322199
Common Names
- Hircanicum Teucrium
- Hircanicum Germander
- Hircanicum Germander Teucrium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Scorodonia spicata Moench [unknown]
- Scorodonia hircanica (L.) Raf. [unknown]
Description
Teucrium hircanicum (also called Hircanicum Germander, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its grey-green leaves, which are covered with a white downy felt. It grows in dry, rocky, and sunny places, and is often found in the wild.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium hircanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Teucrium hircanicum are small, white and clustered in terminal spikes. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium hircanicum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Teucrium hircanicum
Teucrium hircanicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, and Italy.
Teucrium hircanicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium hircanicum?
Teucrium hircanicum
What is the common name of Teucrium hircanicum?
Hircanicum Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium hircanicum?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Teucrium genus
Teucrium abutiloides, Teucrium africanum, Teucrium afrum, Teucrium albicaule, Teucrium albidum, Teucrium alborubrum, Teucrium alexeenkoanum, Teucrium algarbiense, Teucrium alopecurus, Teucrium alpestre, Teucrium alyssifolium, Teucrium amplexicaule, Teucrium andrusi, Teucrium angustissimum, Teucrium anlungense, Teucrium annandalei, Teucrium antiatlanticum, Teucrium antilibanoticum, Teucrium antitauricum, Teucrium apollinis, Teucrium aragonense, Teucrium arduinoi, Teucrium argutum, Teucrium aristatum, Teucrium aroanium, Teucrium asiaticum, Teucrium atratum, Teucrium aureiforme, Teucrium aureocandidum, Teucrium aureum, Teucrium badiae, Teucrium balearicum, Teucrium balfourii, Teucrium balthazaris, Teucrium barbarum, Teucrium barbeyanum, Teucrium bergadense, Teucrium betonicum, Teucrium bicolor, Teucrium bicoloreum, Teucrium bidentatum, Teucrium botrys, Teucrium brachyandrum, Teucrium bracteatum, Teucrium brevifolium, Teucrium bubanii, Teucrium bullatum, Teucrium burmanicum, Teucrium buxifolium, Teucrium campanulatum,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202990: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.